Chapter 90 covers optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; precision instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories thereof. This chapter has a broad scope, ranging from spectacles and telescopes to medical devices and industrial measuring instruments. Its core characteristics are technology-intensive, high value-added, and mostly used for professional or industrial purposes. Note: This chapter does not include ordinary glass products (Chapter 70) or simple electronic components (Chapter 85), which are classified here only when they have optical functions or precision measurement characteristics. Heading 9001 covers optical fibers and optical fiber bundles; optical fiber cables (other than those of heading 8544); sheets and plates of polarizing material; lenses, prisms, mirrors and other optical elements, of any material, unmounted (other than such elements of glass not optically worked). Key point: Optical fiber cables under 9001 specifically refer to cables composed of optical fibers and used for transmitting optical signals, but if they contain electrical conductors or are used for power transmission, they may be classified under 8544. Vehicle-mounted optical fiber cables must satisfy the function of optical signal transmission and must not contain electrical conductors. Code 900110 has 6 digits. The first 2 digits "90" represent Chapter 90 (optical, medical and other instruments and apparatus). Digits 3-4 "01" represent heading 9001 (optical fibers and optical fiber bundles; optical fiber cables; sheets and plates of polarizing material; optical elements). Digits 5-6 "10" represent subheading 900110, specifically "optical fibers and optical fiber bundles; optical fiber cables". Note: 900110 is a 6-digit subheading. In HS2022, there are further 8-digit/10-digit codes under it (such as 9001101000, etc.), but the user has provided only 6 digits, so this analysis is based on the 6-digit subheading. Goods under this subheading must have an optical fiber structure, be used for transmitting optical signals, and not be fitted with connectors or covered with insulating material (if fitted with connectors, they may be classified under other subheadings of 9001 or 8544). Vehicle-mounted optical fiber cables are classified under 900110 because their core function is to transmit optical signals and they are composed of optical fibers, which conforms to the description of heading 9001. If the cable contains electrical conductors or is used for power transmission, it should be classified under 8544; if fitted with optical connectors, it may be classified under other subheadings of 9001 (such as 900190). However, vehicle-mounted optical fiber cables are usually not fitted with connectors and are merely in cable form, so they are classified under 900110.

Product Name: The standard name of the declared commodity should accurately reflect the product's attributes, such as "vehicle-mounted optical fiber cable". Avoid using common names or brand names. Use: Explain the specific application scenario of the commodity, such as "used for optical signal transmission in automotive internal infotainment systems". It must be related to the vehicle environment. Material: Describe the material of the optical fiber (such as quartz glass, plastic) and the sheath material (such as PVC, LSZH). It must be specific. Structure: Explain whether the cable contains electrical conductors, whether connectors are fitted, the number of optical fiber cores, etc. Such as "single-core, no connector, no electrical conductor". Brand: Declare the brand name (if no brand, fill in "none"). Brand does not affect classification but is a required item for customs declaration. Model: Declare the specific model for identifying the commodity. The model usually consists of letters and numbers. Specifications and Dimensions: Such as length, diameter, etc., for example, "length 1 meter, outer diameter 2.5 mm". Packaging Method: Such as "roll packing", "spool packing", etc. It has no direct relationship with transportation and classification, but must be declared. Product Name: Vehicle-mounted optical fiber cable; Use: Used for optical signal transmission in automotive internal infotainment systems; Material: Quartz glass optical fiber, LSZH sheath; Structure: Single-core, no connector, no electrical conductor; Brand: None; Model: FO-123; Specifications and Dimensions: Length 1 meter, outer diameter 2.5 mm; Packaging Method: Roll packing. Mistakenly classifying optical fiber cables with electrical conductors under 900110, when they should actually be classified under 8544. Optical fiber cables fitted with connectors, if the connector is an optical connector, may be classified under 900190 rather than 900110. Failure to declare "no electrical conductor" leads to customs questioning the classification, and it must be clarified in the declaration elements.

Core basis for classification: 1) Whether the commodity is composed of optical fibers and used for transmitting optical signals; 2) Whether it contains electrical conductors or is used for power transmission; 3) Whether connectors are fitted. If it is a pure optical fiber cable, with no electrical conductor and no connector fitted, it is classified under 900110. If it contains electrical conductors, it is classified under 8544; if fitted with optical connectors, it may be classified under 900190. In addition, note the difference between optical fiber cables and optical cables: optical cables usually refer to outdoor optical cables with strength members and sheaths, which may be classified under 8544, but 900110 specifically refers to optical fiber cables, including specific uses such as vehicle-mounted. 854442 Optical fiber cables with electrical conductors: 854442 refers to optical fiber cables with electrical conductors, i.e., opto-electric composite cables, used for transmitting both power and optical signals. 900110 refers only to pure optical fiber cables with no electrical conductors. If the cable contains metal wires, it should be classified under 854442. 900190 Other optical elements: 900190 includes fitted optical fiber connectors, lenses, prisms, etc. If an optical fiber cable is fitted with connectors, it is classified under 900190. 900110 refers to optical fiber cables not fitted with connectors. 854470 Other optical cables: 854470 refers to other optical cables, usually outdoor optical cables for communication, with strength members and sheaths, but may contain electrical conductors. If the optical cable is used for communication and contains electrical conductors, it is classified under 854470. 900110 specifically refers to optical fiber cables, usually used for internal connections in equipment. 900110 Optical fibers and optical fiber bundles; optical fiber cables: This code itself, but note the distinction from 900120 (sheets and plates of polarizing material), which is polarizing material, not optical fiber. 851762 Optical communication equipment: 851762 includes optical transmitters, optical repeaters and other equipment, which may contain optical fiber cables, but are classified as communication equipment as a whole. If optical fiber cables are declared separately, they are classified under 900110. Does it contain electrical conductors? Are connectors fitted? Is the optical fiber material glass or plastic? Is the use vehicle-mounted? Is it used for optical signal transmission?

What is the difference in HS codes between vehicle-mounted optical fiber cables and ordinary optical cables? Vehicle-mounted optical fiber cables are usually classified under 900110 because they are pure optical fiber cables with no electrical conductors and no connectors fitted. Ordinary optical cables, if used for communication and with strength members or electrical conductors, may be classified under 854470. The key difference lies in whether they contain electrical conductors and their use. If an optical fiber cable contains electrical conductors, which code should it be classified under? If an optical fiber cable contains electrical conductors, it is an opto-electric composite cable and should be classified under 854442. This is because 900110 explicitly excludes cables with electrical conductors. Can an optical fiber cable fitted with connectors still be classified under 900110? No. Optical fiber cables fitted with connectors are usually classified under 900190, because 900110 refers only to optical fiber cables not fitted with connectors. The connector may be an optical connector or an electrical connector, and judgment must be made based on the specific structure. How can I check the import tariff rate for 900110? Tariff rates change, so it is recommended to check the latest rates through the official website of the General Administration of Customs or the International Trade Single Window. Usually, information such as HS code and country of origin must be entered. You may also consult a customs broker. What special documents are required when declaring 900110? Generally, basic documents such as contract, invoice, packing list, and bill of lading are required. If it is an auto part, CCC certification or relevant declarations may be required. Specific requirements are subject to customs. What is the difference between 900110 and 900120? 900110 refers to optical fibers and optical fiber bundles, optical fiber cables; 900120 refers to sheets and plates of polarizing material. The two are completely different. 900120 is used to manufacture polarizing devices, such as LCD screens. For cross-border e-commerce sales of vehicle-mounted optical fiber cables, how should the HS code be selected? 900110 should be selected, but it must be ensured that the commodity is a pure optical fiber cable with no electrical conductors and no connectors fitted. If it is a finished product with connectors, it may be classified under 900190. It is recommended to consult a professional customs broker. Are there regulatory conditions for optical fiber cables under 900110? Regulatory conditions vary by country. In China, it may involve import licenses for mechanical and electrical products or CCC certification. Specific requirements should be checked in the customs regulatory conditions table.